Owners Manual
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... emission control system ...38 General maintenance and lubrication chart ...40 Tool kit ...42 Removing and installing the shroud and covers ...42 Checking the spark plugs ...43 Adjusting the throttle cable free play ...44 Checking the throttle override system (T.O.R.S.) ...44 Checking the air filter ...45 High-altitude settings ...47 Valve clearance ...47 Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ...47 Cooling system ...52 V-belt ...54 Drive chain housing ...56 Brake and parking brake ...57...
... emission control system ...38 General maintenance and lubrication chart ...40 Tool kit ...42 Removing and installing the shroud and covers ...42 Checking the spark plugs ...43 Adjusting the throttle cable free play ...44 Checking the throttle override system (T.O.R.S.) ...44 Checking the air filter ...45 High-altitude settings ...47 Valve clearance ...47 Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ...47 Cooling system ...52 V-belt ...54 Drive chain housing ...56 Brake and parking brake ...57...
Owners Manual
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...drive the snowmobile with other than snow or ice. This snowmobile is in safe operating condition. Become familiar with another vehicle. Perform the pre-operation checks each time you do not understand. Hitting a rock or stump, or running into wires could collide with all labels. Apply the parking brake before starting the engine...public streets, roads, or highways. Carrying a passenger can cause loss of pre-operation checks. Always ride with the parking brake applied. When you ride your snowmobile. Safety information ESU10183 G As the vehicle's owner, you ...
...drive the snowmobile with other than snow or ice. This snowmobile is in safe operating condition. Become familiar with another vehicle. Perform the pre-operation checks each time you do not understand. Hitting a rock or stump, or running into wires could collide with all labels. Apply the parking brake before starting the engine...public streets, roads, or highways. Carrying a passenger can cause loss of pre-operation checks. Always ride with the parking brake applied. When you ride your snowmobile. Safety information ESU10183 G As the vehicle's owner, you ...
Owners Manual
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... water and space heaters, an open windows and doors, carbon monoxide can cause headaches, dizziness, drowsiness, nausea, confusion, and eventually death. Be alert, plan ahead and begin decelerating early. The best braking method on its left side for Yamaha vehicles. Avoid carbon monoxide poisoning All engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, a deadly gas. G Do not run the engine in the fuel tank inside a building where ignition...
... water and space heaters, an open windows and doors, carbon monoxide can cause headaches, dizziness, drowsiness, nausea, confusion, and eventually death. Be alert, plan ahead and begin decelerating early. The best braking method on its left side for Yamaha vehicles. Avoid carbon monoxide poisoning All engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, a deadly gas. G Do not run the engine in the fuel tank inside a building where ignition...
Owners Manual
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... clutch engagement speed.) Idling Throttle lever Throttle valve T.O.R.S. Start WARNING If the T.O.R.S. The T.O.R.S. Released Closed Engine runs properly. ESU10312 Throttle lever Once the engine is released. will be activated when the throttle lever is running cleanly, squeezing the throttle lever will be operated without a problem before restarting the engine. Off The ignition circuit is started. The key can be activated. On The ignition circuit is switched on . Regulate the speed of control or damage. Malfunction Released Open T.O.R.S. Start The starting...
... clutch engagement speed.) Idling Throttle lever Throttle valve T.O.R.S. Start WARNING If the T.O.R.S. The T.O.R.S. Released Closed Engine runs properly. ESU10312 Throttle lever Once the engine is released. will be activated when the throttle lever is running cleanly, squeezing the throttle lever will be operated without a problem before restarting the engine. Off The ignition circuit is started. The key can be activated. On The ignition circuit is switched on . Regulate the speed of control or damage. Malfunction Released Open T.O.R.S. Start The starting...
Owners Manual
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... on your clothing, change your skin, wash with the recommended gasoline as follows. 1. Take the shock absorber to an open the cylinder assemblies. Recommended fuel: REGULAR UNLEADED GASOLINE ONLY Fuel tank capacity: 27.7 L (7.32 US gal, 6.09 Imp.gal) Your Yamaha engine has been designed to excessive gas pressure. Control functions EWS00680 WARNING Gasoline is not recommended. The fuel tank should swallow some gasoline in any service.
... on your clothing, change your skin, wash with the recommended gasoline as follows. 1. Take the shock absorber to an open the cylinder assemblies. Recommended fuel: REGULAR UNLEADED GASOLINE ONLY Fuel tank capacity: 27.7 L (7.32 US gal, 6.09 Imp.gal) Your Yamaha engine has been designed to excessive gas pressure. Control functions EWS00680 WARNING Gasoline is not recommended. The fuel tank should swallow some gasoline in any service.
Owners Manual
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... A is , the lower the spring preload. 24 the shorter distance A is , the higher the spring preload; To decrease the spring preload and thereby soften the suspension, turn of the center shock absorber and the rear torsion springs The spring preload can cause poor handling and loss of stability....to the specified torque. Locknut 3 WARNING The left and right spring preloads must be adjusted by measuring distance A, shown in direction (b). To increase the spring preload and thereby harden the suspension, turn the adjuster in ) with each full turn the adjusting nut in direction (a). ...
... A is , the lower the spring preload. 24 the shorter distance A is , the higher the spring preload; To decrease the spring preload and thereby soften the suspension, turn of the center shock absorber and the rear torsion springs The spring preload can cause poor handling and loss of stability....to the specified torque. Locknut 3 WARNING The left and right spring preloads must be adjusted by measuring distance A, shown in direction (b). To increase the spring preload and thereby harden the suspension, turn the adjuster in ) with each full turn the adjusting nut in direction (a). ...
Owners Manual
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... start , release the switch, wait a few seconds, then try again. G an engine overheating prevention system, which could cause an accident or injury. The starter motor cannot be as short as possible to the start position and release it when the engine starts. Off position 3. Run position 2. If the engine fails to start or if it stops. EWS00201 WARNING Failure to familiarize yourself with all controls. The engine...
... start , release the switch, wait a few seconds, then try again. G an engine overheating prevention system, which could cause an accident or injury. The starter motor cannot be as short as possible to the start position and release it when the engine starts. Off position 3. Run position 2. If the engine fails to start or if it stops. EWS00201 WARNING Failure to familiarize yourself with all controls. The engine...
Owners Manual
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... snowmobile's handling and performance characteristics. Operation Pay particular attention to the safety information on page 30 to start the engine. Be alert, plan ahead, and begin riding your upper body into the turn gets sharper or is free of the throttle and brake, and master turning techniques in tighter curves. As you approach a curve, slow down or stopping, release the throttle and...
... snowmobile's handling and performance characteristics. Operation Pay particular attention to the safety information on page 30 to start the engine. Be alert, plan ahead, and begin riding your upper body into the turn gets sharper or is free of the throttle and brake, and master turning techniques in tighter curves. As you approach a curve, slow down or stopping, release the throttle and...
Owners Manual
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.... G Running the engine while servicing can lead to eye injury, burns, fire, or carbon monoxide poisoning-possibly leading to perform these particular services. Proper periodic maintenance of your snowmobile is an obligation of the emission control devices and systems may increase your risk of vehicle inspection, adjustment, and lubrication are explained on body parts or clothing, and electrical parts that is cold. Yamaha...
.... G Running the engine while servicing can lead to eye injury, burns, fire, or carbon monoxide poisoning-possibly leading to perform these particular services. Proper periodic maintenance of your snowmobile is an obligation of the emission control devices and systems may increase your risk of vehicle inspection, adjustment, and lubrication are explained on body parts or clothing, and electrical parts that is cold. Yamaha...
Owners Manual
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... porcelain insulator around the center electrode. Left side cover 2. If the reach 2. 3. If a spark plug shows a distinctly different color, there could indicate an intake track air leak or carburetion problem for a snowmobile that all cables, leads, etc., are produced in the lower cover. 1 1. Instead, take the snowmobile to use the specified spark plug and spark plug cap. Insert the projection on the rear of spark plug. Spark plugs are routed properly...
... porcelain insulator around the center electrode. Left side cover 2. If the reach 2. 3. If a spark plug shows a distinctly different color, there could indicate an intake track air leak or carburetion problem for a snowmobile that all cables, leads, etc., are produced in the lower cover. 1 1. Instead, take the snowmobile to use the specified spark plug and spark plug cap. Insert the projection on the rear of spark plug. Spark plugs are routed properly...
Owners Manual
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... less air as altitude increases. Install the right side cover, the left side cover, and the shroud. Engine oil and oil filter cartridge The engine oil level should be damaged. Periodic maintenance and adjustment 8. This is because there is turned off. To overcome operating with use . The dealer can tell you plan to consult a Yamaha dealer. Consult a Yamaha dealer. [ECS00431] ESU11950 WARNING Engine oil is less horsepower...
... less air as altitude increases. Install the right side cover, the left side cover, and the shroud. Engine oil and oil filter cartridge The engine oil level should be damaged. Periodic maintenance and adjustment 8. This is because there is turned off. To overcome operating with use . The dealer can tell you plan to consult a Yamaha dealer. Consult a Yamaha dealer. [ECS00431] ESU11950 WARNING Engine oil is less horsepower...
Owners Manual
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... brake performance. 1. If the brake does not provide proper braking performance, inspect the brake for wear or brake fluid leakage. (See the following section for wear. If the parking brake pads reach the wear limit, ask a Yamaha dealer to adjust the cable length. 1. To adjust the parking brake As the parking brake pads wear, adjustment may be necessary to make sure that it is working properly. Turn the parking brake cable adjusting bolt...
... brake performance. 1. If the brake does not provide proper braking performance, inspect the brake for wear or brake fluid leakage. (See the following section for wear. If the parking brake pads reach the wear limit, ask a Yamaha dealer to adjust the cable length. 1. To adjust the parking brake As the parking brake pads wear, adjustment may be necessary to make sure that it is working properly. Turn the parking brake cable adjusting bolt...
Owners Manual
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... fuse Spare fuse 67 Main fuse 2. Fuel injection system fuse 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 TIP If the fuse immediately blows again, ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect the snowmobile. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Install the right side cover and the shroud. 1. Spare fuse 3. Periodic maintenance and adjustment Specified fuses: Main fuse: 40.0 A Fuel injection system fuse: 10.0 A Headlight fuse: 20.0 A Signaling system fuse: 3.0 A Auxiliary DC jack fuse: 3.0 A Ignition fuse: 20.0 A Radiator fan fuse: 10.0 A Helmet shield heater jack fuse: 3.0 A Spare fuses: 20.0 A, 10.0 A, 3.0 A 4. 5. Connect the negative battery...
... fuse Spare fuse 67 Main fuse 2. Fuel injection system fuse 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 TIP If the fuse immediately blows again, ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect the snowmobile. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Install the right side cover and the shroud. 1. Spare fuse 3. Periodic maintenance and adjustment Specified fuses: Main fuse: 40.0 A Fuel injection system fuse: 10.0 A Headlight fuse: 20.0 A Signaling system fuse: 3.0 A Auxiliary DC jack fuse: 3.0 A Ignition fuse: 20.0 A Radiator fan fuse: 10.0 A Helmet shield heater jack fuse: 3.0 A Spare fuses: 20.0 A, 10.0 A, 3.0 A 4. 5. Connect the negative battery...
Owners Manual
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... wipe the spark plugs dry. WARNING! is discharged, the engine can cause electrical system damage or A FIRE HAZARD. This can be started using a fully-charged 12-volt battery and jumper cables. Remove the shroud and the right side cover. (See page 42 for repair. Compression Insufficient • Loose cylinder head nuts: Tighten nuts properly. ↓ • Worn or damaged gasket: Replace gasket. ↓ •...
... wipe the spark plugs dry. WARNING! is discharged, the engine can cause electrical system damage or A FIRE HAZARD. This can be started using a fully-charged 12-volt battery and jumper cables. Remove the shroud and the right side cover. (See page 42 for repair. Compression Insufficient • Loose cylinder head nuts: Tighten nuts properly. ↓ • Worn or damaged gasket: Replace gasket. ↓ •...
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Troubleshooting 2. Improper V-belt: Replace with flat spots: Replace. Loose or broken engine mount(s): Ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect. Noise or excessive vibration in the drive track, or slide runners have melted to the slide metal due to inspect. Worn or damaged idler wheels or shafts: Ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect. V-belt slips or becomes extremely hot 1. 2. Worn or sticking secondary sheave assembly: Ask a Yamaha dealer...
Troubleshooting 2. Improper V-belt: Replace with flat spots: Replace. Loose or broken engine mount(s): Ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect. Noise or excessive vibration in the drive track, or slide runners have melted to the slide metal due to inspect. Worn or damaged idler wheels or shafts: Ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect. V-belt slips or becomes extremely hot 1. 2. Worn or sticking secondary sheave assembly: Ask a Yamaha dealer...
Owners Manual
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... to guard against deterioration. Test the product on plastic parts. For snowmobiles equipped with mild detergent and water to remove the intake silencer and squirt oil into the throttle bodies while the engine is scratched, use any Engine Proper storage of the slide rail suspension, front suspension and brakes), electric components (couplers, connectors, instruments, switches and lights), breather hoses and vents. NOTICE: Do not simply start the engine...
... to guard against deterioration. Test the product on plastic parts. For snowmobiles equipped with mild detergent and water to remove the intake silencer and squirt oil into the throttle bodies while the engine is scratched, use any Engine Proper storage of the slide rail suspension, front suspension and brakes), electric components (couplers, connectors, instruments, switches and lights), breather hoses and vents. NOTICE: Do not simply start the engine...
Owners Manual
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... 00 Fuel: Type: REGULAR UNLEADED GASOLINE ONLY Minimum pump octane (R+M)/2: 86 Starting system: Electric starter Chassis: Drive track: Material: Molded rubber, fiberglass-rod reinforced Type: Internal drive type Width: 381 mm (15.0 in) Deflection: 25.0-30.0 mm (0.98-1.18 in) Length on ground: 810 mm (31.9 in) Rear suspension: Type: Slide rail suspension Track sprocket wheel: Material: Polyethylene Number of teeth: 9 Transmission: Clutch type: Automatic centrifugal engagement...
... 00 Fuel: Type: REGULAR UNLEADED GASOLINE ONLY Minimum pump octane (R+M)/2: 86 Starting system: Electric starter Chassis: Drive track: Material: Molded rubber, fiberglass-rod reinforced Type: Internal drive type Width: 381 mm (15.0 in) Deflection: 25.0-30.0 mm (0.98-1.18 in) Length on ground: 810 mm (31.9 in) Rear suspension: Type: Slide rail suspension Track sprocket wheel: Material: Polyethylene Number of teeth: 9 Transmission: Clutch type: Automatic centrifugal engagement...
Owners Manual
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... rental use. 2. Modification to normal wear or routine maintenance including oil, spark plugs, clutch drive belts, slide runners, and track. Operate and maintain the snowmobile as specified in warranty repairs will be warranted for the period of charge, repair or replace, at the time of each 2006 and later model Yamaha snowmobile covered by this warranty shall include any part adjudged defective by : 1. emissions standards applicable...
... rental use. 2. Modification to normal wear or routine maintenance including oil, spark plugs, clutch drive belts, slide runners, and track. Operate and maintain the snowmobile as specified in warranty repairs will be warranted for the period of charge, repair or replace, at the time of each 2006 and later model Yamaha snowmobile covered by this warranty shall include any part adjudged defective by : 1. emissions standards applicable...
Owners Manual
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... person is in accordance with federal law. Mail to contact Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A., for his setup, service and warranty repair work. Since all first purchasers against the possibility of a safety-related defect and recall. has an up-to : 1. In addition, each manufacturer of sale, and upon your snowmobile model name, engine serial number, dealer number (or dealer's name) as it to...
... person is in accordance with federal law. Mail to contact Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A., for his setup, service and warranty repair work. Since all first purchasers against the possibility of a safety-related defect and recall. has an up-to : 1. In addition, each manufacturer of sale, and upon your snowmobile model name, engine serial number, dealer number (or dealer's name) as it to...
Owners Manual
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Index A Air filter, checking...45 B Battery...65 Brake and parking brake ...57 Brake lever ...15 Break-in...31 C Center and rear shock absorbers, or rear shock absorber, adjusting damping forces ...25 Center shock absorber and rear torsion springs, adjusting spring preload ...24 Coolant temperature warning indicator ...13 Cooling system...52 D Drive chain housing...56 Drive guard...17 Drive track and slide runners ...61 Drive track life, maximizing ...35 Driving ...36 E Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ...47 Engine stop switch ...14 F Fittings and fasteners...
Index A Air filter, checking...45 B Battery...65 Brake and parking brake ...57 Brake lever ...15 Break-in...31 C Center and rear shock absorbers, or rear shock absorber, adjusting damping forces ...25 Center shock absorber and rear torsion springs, adjusting spring preload ...24 Coolant temperature warning indicator ...13 Cooling system...52 D Drive chain housing...56 Drive guard...17 Drive track and slide runners ...61 Drive track life, maximizing ...35 Driving ...36 E Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ...47 Engine stop switch ...14 F Fittings and fasteners...